Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gerardoi
ID:
1274348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Callejas

Source:
tro

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Fl. Mesoamer. 2(2): 463. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273686



Common Names

  • Peperomia Gerardoi
  • Gerardo's Peperomia
  • Gerardoi Peperomia


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Description

Peperomia gerardoi (also called 'Rabbit Tracks', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent shrub native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has thick, fleshy leaves with a waxy, glossy texture. It prefers warm, humid climates and grows best in partial shade with well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Peperomia gerardoi is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used in terrariums. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peperomia gerardoi is a small, white to pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peperomia gerardoi is an evergreen perennial native to Colombia. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Peperomia gerardoi

Peperomia gerardoi can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Peperomia gerardoi FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Peperomia gerardoi?

Peperomia gerardoi prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What type of soil is best for Peperomia gerardoi?

Peperomia gerardoi prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil mix.

How much light does Peperomia gerardoi need?

Peperomia gerardoi prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Peperomia genus

Peperomia megalopoda, Peperomia melanokirrocarpa, Peperomia melinii, Peperomia matlalucaensis, Peperomia meeboldii, Peperomia maxwellana, Peperomia maypurensis, Peperomia tuisana, Peperomia uaupesensis, Peperomia turboensis, Peperomia turialvensis, Peperomia tutuilana, Peperomia udisilvestris, Peperomia macrostachya, Peperomia maculosa, Peperomia maestrana, Peperomia magnoliifolia, Peperomia macedoana, Peperomia mala, Peperomia marchionensis, Peperomia mariannensis, Peperomia marivelesana, Peperomia martiana, Peperomia manarae, Peperomia marahuacensis, Peperomia mantadiana, Peperomia mutilata, Peperomia naitasiriensis, Peperomia muscicola, Peperomia nandalana, Peperomia ripicola, Peperomia rivulorum, Peperomia retivenulosa, Peperomia quadrifolia, Peperomia quadrangularis, Peperomia quaesita, Peperomia quaifei, Peperomia rodriguesiana, Peperomia curtispica, Peperomia cyclophylla, Peperomia cuspidata, Peperomia deppeana, Peperomia defluens, Peperomia degeneri, Peperomia dendrophila, Peperomia nervoso-venosa, Peperomia namosiana, Peperomia nitida, Peperomia nivalis, Peperomia nandarivatensis,

Species in the Piperaceae family

Manekia venezuelana, Manekia obtusa, Manekia naranjoana, Manekia urbani, Manekia incurva, Manekia sydowii, Peperomia megalopoda, Peperomia melanokirrocarpa, Peperomia melinii, Peperomia matlalucaensis, Peperomia meeboldii, Peperomia maxwellana, Peperomia maypurensis, Peperomia tuisana, Peperomia uaupesensis, Peperomia turboensis, Peperomia turialvensis, Peperomia tutuilana, Peperomia udisilvestris, Peperomia macrostachya, Peperomia maculosa, Peperomia maestrana, Peperomia magnoliifolia, Peperomia macedoana, Peperomia mala, Peperomia marchionensis, Peperomia mariannensis, Peperomia marivelesana, Peperomia martiana, Peperomia manarae, Peperomia marahuacensis, Peperomia mantadiana, Peperomia mutilata, Peperomia naitasiriensis, Peperomia muscicola, Peperomia nandalana, Peperomia ripicola, Peperomia rivulorum, Peperomia retivenulosa, Peperomia quadrifolia, Peperomia quadrangularis, Peperomia quaesita, Peperomia quaifei, Peperomia rodriguesiana, Peperomia curtispica, Peperomia cyclophylla, Peperomia cuspidata, Peperomia deppeana, Peperomia defluens, Peperomia degeneri,